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BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//World Trade Center Tacoma - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:World Trade Center Tacoma X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wtcta.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for World Trade Center Tacoma REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20130310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20131103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20140309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20141102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140425T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140425T060000 DTSTAMP:20140226T173715Z CREATED:20140226T173715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140226T173715Z UID:3113-1398400200-1398405600@wtcta.org SUMMARY:Congressional Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Monthly Speaker Series\nCome join Representative Derek Kilmer and members of the local business community and hear about trade related national developments that might affect Washington state and its position in the international trade community. URL:https://wtcta.org/event/congressional-roundtable/ LOCATION:Wells Fargo Plaza\, Fountain Level\, 1201 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, 98402\, United States CATEGORIES:Congressional Roundtable END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140414T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140418T100000 DTSTAMP:20140318T165901Z CREATED:20140318T165901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140318T165901Z UID:3210-1397437200-1397815200@wtcta.org SUMMARY:SelectUSA Roadshow DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to announce to you that we have strategically partnered with the US Commercial Service in order to access the incredible flow of wealth from Asia into the Pacific Northwest. Through this email we would like to offer you participation and representation in the Commercial Service’ SelectUSA Pearl River Delta Roadshow in Southern China. This trade show attracts qualified investors and companies with an interest in making US investments in a hybrid presentation\, networking\, and one-on-one format to provide the most direct exposure possible to the decision makers.   If you are trying to fund your vision for growth and lack the equity capital\, this event will be a prime opportunity to address a qualified audience who is about making you successful\, which grows the investment value! \nYou have two options to choose from:   \n1\, To be represented by WTC Tacoma on site. \n$250 \nLet our representative feature your products or services at this Road-show in China. Our representative will be David Bovee\, a board member and committee chair with the WTCTA. David Bovee has successfully arranged for several million dollars in growth\, financing transactions in many industries\, e.g. manufacturing\, food processing\, affordable housing\, healthcare\, assisted living\, and real estate in last 10 years. \n2\, To participate in person. \n$1\,000 (not including travel expenses) \nJoin the WTC as it travels to these locations to promote our June\, 2014 Pacific Northwest – China Trade and Investment Summit. \nYou will have an opportunity to promote your organization’s products and service to a wide and sophisticated audience of investors. This show is\, again\, guaranteed to expose you to investors who are specifically interested in US companies. \nIf you offer EB-5 projects or services\, this is a superb opportunity\, as only organizations associated with a participating EDO (Economic Development Organization) are able to present themselves at this show. \n*** Please select a option at the bottom of the page *** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is SelectUSA? \nThe SelectUSA Initiative was established through an Executive Order in June 2011 by President Barack Obama to support private sector job creation and enhance economic growth by encouraging and supporting business investment in the United States. Housed in the U.S. Department of Commerce\, SelectUSA’s mission is to coordinate outreach and engagement by the Federal Government to promote the United States as the premier location to operate a business. \nWhat are SelectUSA Roadshows? \nSelectUSA Roadshows are designed to bring state Economic Development Organizations (EDOs)\, regional EDOs and their partners to meet with potential investors and companies. Through these roadshows\, participating organizations will gain market insights\, learn of existing investment opportunities\, make industry and state government contacts\, and advance specific projects\, with the goal of increasing inbound investment into the U.S. \nRoadshow Schedule & Pricing \nSelectUSA Roadshows are designed to bring state Economic Development Organizations (EDOs)\, regional EDOs and their partners to meet with potential investors and companies. Through these roadshows\, participating organizations will gain market insights\, learn of existing investment opportunities\, make industry and state government contacts\, and advance specific projects\, with the goal of increasing inbound investment into the U.S. \nChina\nDate: April 14-18\nLocation: Hong Kong\, Shenzhen\, Guangzhou\nPrice: $2\,500 per first signed EDO\, then additional $500 per attendee\nTo Read More Click Here\nDid you know? From 2009-2013\, China has accounted for 75% of approved investor petitions and is largest EB-5 investor market \n  \nCriteria for IIUSA Member Participation \nRoadshow participants are restricted from promoting EB-5 projects unless they are implemented by state\, regional or city/county Economic Development Offices. In order to participate in these roadshows\, IIUSA Members must be linked with a respective local EDO that is also planning on attending the events. If you need any assistance in connecting with Economic Development Organizations in your region\, IIUSA might be able to help so please contact us at info@iiusa.org. \nIIUSA will sponsor the roadshows and act as strategic adviser and subject matter expert to EDOs on the trip looking to attracted foreign direct investment to their communities through the EB-5 Regional Center Program. IIUSA’s participation is part of our commitment to help diversify investor marketplace and contribute to vitality of existing markets. URL:https://wtcta.org/event/select-usa-roadshow/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140402T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140402T110000 DTSTAMP:20140226T182846Z CREATED:20140226T182846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140226T182846Z UID:3126-1396429200-1396436400@wtcta.org SUMMARY:Trading With Mexico DESCRIPTION:Join experts and learn about doing business with Mexico.\nFeaturing: \nWorld Trade Center\nPuget Sound Latino Chamber\nCity of Tacoma\nPort of Tacoma\nWashington State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce \nFor more information contact Martha Cerna at 253-954-5306. \n  URL:https://wtcta.org/event/trading-with-mexico/ LOCATION:Wells Fargo Building\, 1201 Pacific Ave\, Tacoma\, 98402\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140328T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140328T063000 DTSTAMP:20140314T164335Z CREATED:20140314T164335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140314T164335Z UID:3206-1395981000-1395988200@wtcta.org SUMMARY:Get Prepared! PNW-China Trade and Investment Briefing and Workshop DESCRIPTION:Whether you are planning on participating in our SelectUSA Road Show in China\, or our PNW-China Trade and Investment Summit\, or just interested in trading with China\, you’ll want to attend this very practical information session and workshop. Let us help you prepare to present your organization to an ever growing incoming stream of investment from China. You will receive practical advice and assistance as you put together a PROFESSIONAL  PRESENTATION\, IN ENGLISH AND IN CHINESE\, of your products and services that will be received well by the Chinese business community. \nMany of you have participated in our Matchmaking Sessions and have received individual coaching from our staff members. This is your opportunity to create a complete marketing document with the help of several successful professionals. \nThank you to our co-promoting organizations URL:https://wtcta.org/event/get-prepared-pnw-china-trade-and-investment-briefing-and-workshop/ LOCATION:The Fabulich Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140327T003000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140327T020000 DTSTAMP:20140318T165925Z CREATED:20140318T165925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140318T165925Z UID:3202-1395880200-1395885600@wtcta.org SUMMARY:Next Generation Sustainability: Cutting Edge Practices for Small Business DESCRIPTION:The environmental landscape is complex and ever-changing. Now more than ever\, small businesses need accurate\, timely information and resources to navigate through the next several years. Come learn about cutting edge information\, resources and technologies that allow us to move from reactive to proactive and to the next level of sustainability for our environment. \nJoin us for an informative panel discussion followed by a Q & A. \nYou’ll Learn About: \n• The implications of “Next Generation Sustainability” for small businesses \n• Potential threats and opportunities coming from regulatory and compliance issues \n• Resources for small businesses from key organizations in our region \n• Where we’ll be in 10 years as a result of environment and sustainability concerns \nPanelists include: \n• Paul Meyer\, Seaport Environmental and Planning\, Port of Seattle \n• Charlie Cunniff\, Deputy Director\, Seattle 2030 District\, City of Seattle \n• Steve Klein\, CEO of Snohomish PUD \n• Ryan Dicks\, Sustainability Manager of Pierce County \nModerator: David Allen\, Executive VP/Principal\, McKinstry \nThis program has been brought to you with assistance from The Capella Group\, the World Trade Center Tacoma and The World Trade Center Seattle. \nPlease register here http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/582040 URL:https://wtcta.org/event/next-generation-sustainability-cutting-edge-practices-for-small-business/ LOCATION:WTC Seattle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140228T023000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20140228T033000 DTSTAMP:20140226T173207Z CREATED:20140226T173207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20140226T173207Z UID:3111-1393554600-1393558200@wtcta.org SUMMARY:Trade Delegation Matchmaking DESCRIPTION:Inbound Trade Delegation for Business Matchmaking\nCome for an informal meeting and greet our incoming delegation from China. A short presentation of Tacoma will be provided as well as some light refreshments. Areas of interests include\, but are not limited to: \nReal Estate\nEB-5 Projects\nConstruction Equipment\nWine \nThis is a free event. Matchmaking is also Free for members\, but costs $50 for Non-members. URL:https://wtcta.org/event/trade-delegation-matchmaking/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR